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5 things we learned Friday at the PGA Championship

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8 years ago

Aug 10, 2018

In addition to learning that we have the finest sleuths for readers, who caught my mistake yesterday of mixing up women’s and men’s Open Championship venues this year, we learned a number of things about the way things might go over the next 63 hours. We have rain today, and might get a bit tomorrow. Sunday looks eponymous, so the tournament should see its denouement on schedule.

The morning wave had unbridled opportunity for scoring, and the afternoon wave will have to be patient. To be a major champion, one must be patient. Francesco Molinari taught us that at Carnoustie, and Bellerive’s winner will doubtless exhibit the same character. Onward, then, with the five things we learned on Friday at the 100th PGA Championship.

5. There are many low scores within reach

Charl Schwartzel and Brooks Koepka each posted 63 on Friday morning, and there were a number of mid-60s scores on their heels. It would not surprise to see a score approaching 60 by week’s end. Tony Finau didn’t make a par on his outward nine in the afternoon; he had seven birdies, a bogey and a double. The resolution of his final seven holes will have to wait until after the delay, but he did make his 8th birdie of the day at the 11th hole. When the golf comes to television this weekend, buckle in and enjoy the birdies. Even Ted Potter got in on the action.

Some magic from Potter. ?????#LiveUnderPar pic.twitter.com/j5l03Zx9Bj

— PGA TOUR (@PGATOUR) August 10, 2018

4. Yes, Virginia, There is a Tiger Woods

Tiger Woods saw that Gary Woodland had reached 10 strokes below par through 36 holes, so he knew that even par would not keep him in contention. Through seven holes on Friday, Woods had sawed three strokes off par, and looked as though he could get to 5 or 6 under, well within reach of the leaders. The road ahead is long, and the vagaries of the competitive game are such that nothing is guaranteed. Knowing all this, where else would you rather be, than watching a possible Tiger Woods’ run, after so many years?

He walked it in…a birdie on No. 2 for Tiger.#PGAChamp pic.twitter.com/5VJHTC1S6E

— PGA Championship (@PGAChampionship) August 10, 2018

3. Morning wave thanks its lucky stars

As of 5:15 central time, 12 of the top 15 golfers played in the PM/AM wave. Only Rickie Fowler, Billy Horschel and Pat Perez were able to move inside that elevated group during the afternoon. Adam Scott, Thomas Pieters, Francesco Molinari, Jon Rahm and Dustin Johnson joined the fray with wonderful Friday rounds. As round two will certainly not conclude before nightfall, those golfers will have an extra-long wait on Saturday, but a much shorter day.

Another one for the World No. 1. 4 birdies in 5 holes for DJ.#PGAChamp pic.twitter.com/cpU1dmjvri

— PGA Championship (@PGAChampionship) August 10, 2018

2. Gary Woodland continues to impress

Woodland made a pair of bogeys on day two, but more than made up for them with four birdies and an eagle. Despite his prodigious strength and length, Woodland has shown proper strategic execution. With the probability high that he will be in the final group on day three, we will see if he is able to reproduce his demeanor when the attention of the entire golfing world is focused squarely on his round of golf.

An ????for Gary Woodland! pic.twitter.com/Zc5PJE0DHP

— PGA Championship (@PGAChampionship) August 10, 2018

1. Kevin Kisner holds form

If there is a more, appropriately-confident golfer in the field, I’d like to meet him. Just in case folks thought he might be in over his head, Kisner let the golfing public know that he is a winner. The South Carolinian went out in 29 strokes, playing the back nine first, added a seventh birdie of the day at number seven (his antipenultimate hole) but made bogey at nine, to fall from double digits under par. Other than Molinari and Fowler, few have been in contention of late, as much as Kisner. He continues to be this writer’s pick to win the 100th PGA Championship.

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GolfWRX’s Father’s Day Gift Guide (2026)

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2 days ago

Jun 9, 2026

GolfWRX Staff

A reminder from your friends at GolfWRX: Father’s Day is June 21. And as we do every year, we’re rounding up the best gifts for dad.

As we say every year, there’s no better golf-related Father’s Day gift than a round of golf with pops. Be it a country club or your favorite muni, take the time to get together to play 18 if you can.

Let’s get to the gifts.

Ghost Golf Qualifier Diamond Polo

We like the new polos that Ghost is offering, as the fabric and fit are so good. These new Qualifier Collection polos breathe well, are lightweight, stretch with your swing, and of course look great. You can wear them on the course, in the office, or just out at a casual event and they will fit right in.

Buy here.

STR8-Strip Grip Tape Remover

If your dad is an equipment aficionado and tinkers with his clubs, this tool works wonders. Removing grip tape has never been easier, just put a little head on the tape and the STR8-Strip peals it right off the shaft without any damage.

Buy here.

Why Golf: Putting Thing

When it comes to practice, it is good to have a purpose. This “Putting Thing” sure does it. We know from personal experience how challenging it can be and how rewarding it is on the practice green. This also provides some competition for your kiddo to see who will unload the dishwasher or do the next chore around the house.

Buy here.

OluKai Lae‘ahi Men’s Breathable Slip-On Shoes

Riding to and from the course in style and comfort is always a good thing. If you’re in a hurry, it’s a nice feature to slide into your shoes and get to the tee time. For the post-game shoe, at your locker or while putting your clubs away in the car. Nice to slide into a shoe that looks good anywhere. Pair that with meeting the family for dinner, no need to change!

Buy here.

Therabody Theragun Relief

A little wellness goes a long way. Keeping loose is a good way to go when it comes to the weekend game or treatment during the week. If there is a little ache or pain, the Theragun is there to help out. Help loosen up the back for a pre-game warm-up or cool-down.

Buy here.

World Cup golf apparel

Something for the soccer dads. Embrace the World Cup fever this summer on the course with custom gear to support the nation of your choice.

Buy here.

FootJoy Pro SL spikeless golf shoes

Give the old man a break and save his feet with the Footjoy Pro SL Men’s Spikeless Golf Shoes for some added comfort on the course.

Buy here.

Bushnell Wingman 2 GPS speaker

Combine all the hits as well as some game improvement with the Wingman 2 Golf GPS Speaker by getting audible distance readings from 38,000+ courses worldwide through the Wingman 2 remote or speaker.

Buy here.

Personalized Titleist Pro V1 golf balls

The No. 1 ball in golf is a safe bet, and the Pro V1 fits the largest chunk of the bell curve if you don’t know what ball pops plays. Add personalization for a, well, personal touch!

Buy here.

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Photos from the 2026 OccuNet Classic

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2 days ago

Jun 9, 2026

GolfWRX Staff

With the PGA Tour across the border in Canada this week, GolfWRX Tour Photographer Greg Moore stayed stateside and headed to the OccuNet Classic presented by Amarillo National Bank in Amarillo, Texas.

It’s always interesting to see what the guys are playing on the KFT, and this week certainly hasn’t disappointed so far, with some incredible wedge stamping on display.

Check out links to all our albums below.

General Albums

2026 OccuNet Classic (KFT) – Monday #1

WITB Albums

Pullout Albums

Luke Potter’s custom Cameron putter – 2026 OccuNet Classic (KFT)

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From the GolfWRX Classifieds: Scotty Cameron GOLO 6 with BGT Stability Tour2 2022 M Edition

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2 days ago

Jun 9, 2026

Will Schube

At GolfWRX, we are a community of like-minded individuals who all experience and express our enjoyment of the game in many ways.

It’s that sense of community that drives day-to-day interactions in the forums on topics that range from best driver to what marker you use to mark your ball. It even allows us to share another thing we all love – buying and selling equipment.

Currently, in our GolfWRX buy/sell/trade (BST) forum, @HuskerFlyer is sharing a Scotty Cameron GOLO with a BGT Stability Tour2 2022 M Edition shaft. While the putter is certainly enviable, the Augusta-inspired shaft is equally noteworthy.

From the listing:

Scotty Cameron Golo 6 with BGT Stability Tour2 2022 M Edition Scotty Headcover 34″ $375

To check out the full listing in our BST forum, head through the link. If you are curious about the rules to participate in the BST Forum, you can learn more here: GolfWRX BST Rules.